AVP Marine Underwriter (London, UK)
Job Description
Job title: AVP Marine Underwriter (London, UK)
Company: Sompo International
Job description: Sompo International Holdings Ltd. (Sompo International) is a global specialty provider of property and
casualty insurance and reinsurance. Sompo International companies are wholly owned subsidiaries of
Sompo Holdings, Inc., whose core business encompasses one of the largest property and casualty insurance
groups in the Japanese domestic market.
Through our operating subsidiaries, Sompo International underwrites agriculture, professional lines,
property, aviation, marine and energy, financial and political risks and casualty and other specialty and
catastrophe lines of insurance and reinsurance. Headquartered in Bermuda, we currently also have offices
in the United States, the United Kingdom, Continental Europe, Latin America, the Middle East and Asia.
Sompo International is a company driven by its core values, a carrier that holds promise, trust and the
commitment to protect at the center of everything we do. We recognize that our success is derived directly
from those who matter most: our people. Our culture is defined by a commitment to integrity, teamwork,
agility, execution, and excellence; and we strive to create exceptional value for our clients and shareholders
and maintain Sompo International as a desirable place to work.
We are seeking a Marine Underwriter to join our Regional Marine team reporting directly to the Head of
Marine Cargo UK Regions.
Responsibilities include:
- Assist in growing a profitable Cargo/T&L portfolio in the UK Regions.
- Responsibilities will include both renewal and new business within UK and Europe
- Look to achieve portfolio retention and rate increases on renewal book in line with targets set.
- Input into the Marine UK Regions annual business plan/strategy process.
- Conduct broker and client meetings as required.
- Provide input and feedback at the weekly underwriting meetings.
- Utilizes marketing materials and other product collateral to support marketing and production
initiatives.
- Develop and manage tripartite relationships with brokers and clients.
- Provide technical input into future product development.
- Full and thorough underwriting of all accounts in accordance with underwriting guidelines
and individual authority granted by management.
- Implementing a field service reputation that is recognized as superior in the industry.
- Completion of all Sompo training/mandatory courses within deadlines stated.
- Attend events and seminars organised by various trade societies and associations, promoting company
products.
- Collaboration with other lines of business to identify cross sell opportunities.
- Training and development of staff at all levels.
Desired Skills and Experience:
- Underwriting/insurance experience
- Experience with the Cargo/T&L products
- Prior experience underwriting UK regional clients
- Strong attention to detail
- Strong problem solving, negotiation, and decision making abilities
- Excellent written and oral communication skills, coupled with an analytical skillset.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to work with a team orientated approach and forge and
maintain long-term relationships
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Logical thinking
- Strong time management
- Strong administration skills / file keeping
- Ability to organise efficiently
- Competent computer skills – must include Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word and Microsoft Outlook as a
minimum
- Preferably ACII qualified, or making progress towards ACII completion
Sompo International offers a competitive compensation and benefits package commensurate with
experience.
Sompo International is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce.
Expected salary:
Location: London
